Book description
Drawn from the cutting-edge frontiers of science, This Explains Everything will revolutionize your understanding of the world.What is your favorite deep, elegant, or beautiful explanation? This is the question John Brockman, publisher of Edge.org ("The world's smartest website"-The Guardian), posed to the world's most influential minds. Flowing from the horizons of physics, economics, psychology, neuroscience, and more, This Explains Everything presents 150 of the most surprising and brilliant theories of the way of our minds, societies, and universe work.Jared Diamond on biological electricity Nassim Nicholas Taleb on positive stress Steven Pinker on the deep genetic roots of human conflict Richard Dawkins on pattern recognition Nobel Prize-winning physicist Frank Wilczek on simplicity Lisa Randall on the Higgs mechanism BRIAN Eno on the limits of intuition Richard Thaler on the power of commitment V. S. Ramachandran on the "neural code" of consciousness Nobel Prize winner ERIC KANDEL on the power of psychotherapy Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi on "Lord Acton's Dictum" Lawrence M. Krauss on the unification of electricity and magnetism plus contributions by Martin J. Rees Kevin Kelly Clay Shirky Daniel C. Dennett Sherry Turkle Philip Zimbardo Lee Smolin Rebecca Newberger Goldstein Seth Lloyd Stewart Brand George Dyson Matt Ridley
Dandelion
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection – there's always something new to discover. The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Pink Nightmare
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable.
Sky
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio – it caters to different preferences. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful! Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
BuzzBait
Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. 🌌🎧 The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus.
High Heel Goddess
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings.
Grotas
Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style.
Teeder
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. 💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly.
High-Fructose
ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. Mastering audiobook navigation – this app's ease of use is commendable. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Thumb Candy
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. 🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through stories on a lazy afternoon – this app is my relaxation buddy! 🏖️🎧
Good-lookin’
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
Killer Merlot
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Wild Kitten
🌟 Embracing reading in the busiest of times – this app is my everyday escape! 📚🏃♀️ ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Classy Luck
🌌 Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. 🎧✨ 🎉 This app is a testament to thoughtful design – its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. 📚✨ Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a game-changer.
PixelPioneer
💡 This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts – it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. 📚🎧 Audiobooks made delightful – this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Microwave
is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and reliable. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
DollFaceKillah
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time.
Vicious Street
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has become an essential part of my routine. It's more than an app – it's a companion. Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
ZenaCake
Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient.
Bad Princess
Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient – it's like having a personal narrator. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a standout. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks.
Heaven Sent
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience